Vermont Castings Lexington LX32DV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Vermont Castings Lexington LX32DV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Direct vent gas fireplace with the lexfire burn system

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Lexington Direct Vent
Gas Fireplace
with the LexFire Burn System™
Models: LX32DV, LX36DV
WARNINGS
IF the INFoRMAtIoN IN theSe INStRuctIoNS
ARe Not FoLLoWeD eXActLy, A FIRe
oR eXpLoSIoN MAy ReSuLt cAuSING
pRopeRty DAMAGe, peRSoNAL INjuRy oR
LoSS oF LIFe.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
– WhAt to Do IF you SMeLL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
this appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. this
appliance is not convertible for use with other
gases, unless a certified kit is used.
this appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*,
permanently located, manufactured home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
*Aftermarket: completion of sale, not for purpose of
resale, from the manufacturer.
Installation and

Operating Instructions

D u e t o h I G h t e M p e R At u R e S , t h e
AppLIANce ShouLD Be LocAteD out oF
tRAFFIc AND AWAy FRoM FuRNItuRe AND
DRApeRIeS.
chILDReN AND ADuLtS ShouLD Be ALeRteD
to the hAZARDS oF hIGh SuRFAce
teMpeRAtuRe AND ShouLD StAy AWAy to
AVoID BuRNS oR cLothING IGNItIoN.
youNG chILDReN ShouLD Be SupeRVISeD
WheN they ARe IN the SAMe RooM AS the
AppLIANce.
cLothING oR otheR FLAMMABLe MAteRIAL
ShouLD Not Be pLAceD oN oR NeAR the
AppLIANce.
Keep the RooM AReA cLeAR AND FRee
FRoM coMBuStIBLe MAteRIALS, GASoLINe,
AND otheR FLAMMABLe VApoRS AND
LIquIDS.
INStALLeR: Leave this manual with the appliance.
coNSuMeR: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
510528
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51D0528 2/13 Rev. 15

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Lexington Direct Vent Gas Fireplace with the LexFire Burn System™ Models: LX32DV, LX36DV WARNINGS IF the INFoRMAtIoN IN theSe INStRuctIoNS ARe Not FoLLoWeD eXActLy, A FIRe oR eXpLoSIoN MAy ReSuLt cAuSING Installation and pRopeRty DAMAGe, peRSoNAL INjuRy oR LoSS oF LIFe.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Vertical Through-the-Roof Installation ....20 optional Accessories ..........42 Installation for Vertical Termination ......21 Massachusetts Residents only.........46 Warranty ..............47 efficiencies..............48 congratulations you have purchased a state-of-the-art gas appliance featuring the Lex-Fire Burn System available exclusively on Vermont castings Group gas appliances. 51D0528...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMpoRtANt SAFety INFoRMAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INStALLeR oWNeR Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •...
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    IMpoRtANt SAFety INFoRMAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 11. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combus- IMpoRtANt: tible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapor pLeASe ReAD the FoLLoWING and liquids. Do not run fireplace where these are used cAReFuLLy or stored.
  • Page 5: Product Features

    pRoDuct FeAtuReS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace pRoDuct SpecIFIcAtIoNS • This appliance has been certified for use with either natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. • The appliance is approved for bedroom or bedsitting room installations.
  • Page 6: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions

    FIRepLAce and FRAMING DIMeNSIoNS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 1" (25 mm) 20 ” (516 mm) Spacers Min. Rough ” 6 ” (168 mm) Dia. (258 mm) Opening  4” (102 mm ) Dia. Depth 21 ” 44 " (1124 mm) (553 mm) 21 ” 16 ” (420 mm) (553 mm) ” (1059 mm) Min. Rough Opening Width Min. Rough Opening Height 47 ” (1210 mm) 35 ”...
  • Page 7: Installation Information

    INStALLAtIoN INFoRMAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIRepLAce FRAMING BeFoRe you StARt Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all is set in place. Construct firebox framing following Figure instructions carefully.
  • Page 8: Fireplace Location

    INStALLAtIoN INFoRMAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FIRepLAce LocAtIoN Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent con- figuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired.
  • Page 9: Clearances

    cLeARANceS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace cLeARANceS to coMBuStIBLeS Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. the appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring.
  • Page 10: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing

    SecuRe FIRepLAce to FLooR oR FRAMING LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing.
  • Page 11: Venting Installation

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace After conversion to top vent configuration the 4" (102 mm) flue pipe should be Flue Cover concentric within the 6B\," (175 mm) outer collar (within 1/4"). Screws optIoNAL top VeNt AppLIcAtIoN The appliance is shipped as a rear vent unit. If the installa- tion layout requires the unit to be a top vent configuration the appliance can be converted by the following steps.
  • Page 12: Installation Precautions

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace coMBuStIBLe cLeARANceS FoR VeNt Read all instructions completely and pIpe thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious horizontal sections of this vent system injury, property damage or loss of life. require a minimum of 3"...
  • Page 13: Installation Planning

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INStALLAtIoN pLANNING There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: Never run the vent pipe level or downward. this may cause excessive temperatures • Horizontal Termination which could cause a fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose.
  • Page 14 3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for the  only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a improper performance of the appliance when the venting minimum 2 sides beneath the floor: system does not meet these requirements.
  • Page 15: How To Use The Vent Graph

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - Balcony - with perpendicular side wall...
  • Page 16: Rear Wall Vent Installation

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace ReAR WALL VeNt INStALLAtIoN 2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have special twist-lock connections. Assemble the desired combination of pipe When installed as a rear vent unit this appliance may be and elbows to the appliance adaptor with pipe seams vented directly to a termination located on the rear outside oriented towards the wall or floor.
  • Page 17: Horizontal (Through The Wall) Termination

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Deflecting Shield Interior Wall Surface Vent Cap (Horizontal Fire Stop Termination) Assembly Vent Cap FP1957 FP2715 Horizontal Screw Figure 19 - Vent Pipe Connect Vent Cap with Horizontal Vent Pipe Apply Mastic to Wood Screw All Four Sides hoRIZoNtAL (thRouGh the WALL) teR-...
  • Page 18 VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3 x 90° Elbows B: 7’ A: 10’ 3 x 90° Horizontal 90° Elbow = 3' Reduction Elbows A + B = 17' Maximum 7’6” Figure 20 - Maximum Three (3) 90° Elbows Figure 22 - Per Installation Maximum Vent Run with Elbows 90°...
  • Page 19: Below Grade Installation

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace If the foundation is recessed, use recess brackets (not BeLoW GRADe INStALLAtIoNS supplied) for securing lower portion of the snorkel. Fasten When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal brackets to wall first, then secure to snorkel with self drill- clearances of 12"...
  • Page 20: Installation For Vertical Termination

    VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace INStALLAtIoN FoR VeRtIcAL teRMINA- tIoN 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joist, roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the Maximum venting system, consider an offset. Figure 29 to avoid Height cutting load bearing members.
  • Page 21 VeNtING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace side. This prevents loose insulation from falling into the 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the required clearance space. Figure 30. Otherwise, install hole. firestop below the framed hole. The firestop should be Note: If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you installed with no less than three nails per side.
  • Page 22: Fireplace Installation

    FIRepLAce INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace checK GAS type Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type.
  • Page 23 FIRepLAce INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace A manual shutoff valve must be installed only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. union tee piping may make the necessary gas and plugged 1/8" Npt pressure tapping connections to this appliance.
  • Page 24: Checking Gas Pressure

    checKING GAS pReSSuRe and eLectRIcAL INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, Stop! Do not install the appliance.
  • Page 25: Electrical Installation

    eLectRIcAL INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace ReMote WALL MouNteD SWItch A remote wall switch and up to fifteen (15) feet of 18 Ga. wire may be used with this appliance. Attach the wall switch in a junction box at the desired location on the wall. Figure 36. Do not extend beyond the wall switch wire length provided.
  • Page 26: Final Installation

    FINAL INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace GLASS FRAMe ReMoVAL 1. Release two clamps on bottom of fireplace. Figure 37 each clamp has a quick spring force. When 2. Tilt glass frame out and lift glass frame up until it clears reinstalling clamps, keep fingers clear.
  • Page 27: Log Placement

    LoG pLAceMeNt LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Before you begin — This unit is supplied with eight ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers.
  • Page 28: Log Placement

    LoG pLAceMeNt LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Rear Log #1 4. Place rear log (#1) on two pins against back side of firebox. Figure 39 Figure 39 Bottom Left LG804 Log #2 5. Place bottom left log (#2) LG804 on two pins against left LX rear log side of firebox.
  • Page 29 LoG pLAceMeNt LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 7. Place right mid log (#7) on two right pins on burner assembly. Figure 42 Right Mid Log Top Left Log #4 Figure 42 LG809 8. Place top left log (#4) on two pins on left mid log.
  • Page 30 LoG pLAceMeNt LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10. Place top center log (#8) across rear log (#1) pin and left mid log (#6) pin. Figure Center Log #8 LG806 Figure 45 LG807 LX top log Air Space Under Rear Log Figure 46 Rockwool Rockwool...
  • Page 31: Air Restrictor Adjustment

    AIR ReStRIctoR ADjuStMeNt LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Bend Tabs Up for All Vertical Applications Only Air Restrictor Slide Left and Right FP2719 Figure 47 - Adjust Baffle on Air Restrictor Screw Plate FP2719 The fireplace is equipped with a restrictor plate that is located inside the top chamber of the fireplace.
  • Page 32: Facing Installation

    FAcING INStALLAtIoN LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace your firescreen’s finish has been covered at the factory with a protective enamel coating and should never be polished, nor should it ever need to be polished. Instead of polishing, clean with a mild soap solution using a clean cotton terry cloth, then dry.
  • Page 33: Operating Instructions

    opeRAtING INStRuctIoNS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace FoR youR SAFety ReAD BeFoRe LIGhtING If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in ignitor while following these instructions exactly.
  • Page 34: Lighting Pilot

    opeRAtING INStRuctIoNS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace LIGhtING pILot FoR the FIRSt tIMe AppRoVeD LeAK teStING MethoD If using a soap and water solution You may check for gas leaks with the following to test for leaks, Do Not spray methods only: solution onto control body.
  • Page 35: Lighting Burner

    opeRAtING INStRuctIoNS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace LIGhtING BuRNeR MAIN BuRNeR SWItch The “ON/OFF/RS” switch for the main burner can be found behind door of the fireplace. This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob.
  • Page 36: Maintenance

    cLeANING MAINteNANce LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It Allow glass to cool before cleaning. Do is recommended that a qualified service not clean glass when it is hot. Damage technician perform these check-ups at the could occur.
  • Page 37: Blower

    cLeANING MAINteNANce LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Make sure the glass panel edges do not Always use gloves when handling broken touch any metal parts during thermal glass. expansion. • Never operate fireplace if glass is broken. • Replace any glass that is chipped, cracked, or broken. Replacement glass assemblies MUST be supplied by fireplace manufacturer —...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    tRouBLeShootING LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace turn appliance oFF and allow to cool before Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in servicing. order of operation. only qualified service person should service and repair the heater. ReMeDy oBSeRVeD pRoBLeM poSSIBLe cAuSe 1.
  • Page 39: Replacement Parts

    RepLAceMeNt pARtS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace LX36 LX32 Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only 510528 parts specifically approved with this appli- LX parts ance may result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 40 RepLAceMeNt pARtS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace LX32DV LX36DV Ref. Description qty. Natural propane Natural propane 1. Rear Log 51D0402 51D0402 51D0002 51D0002 2. Bottom Left Log 51D0403 51D0403 51D0003 51D0003 3. Bottm Right Log 51D0404 51D0404 51D0004 51D0004 4.
  • Page 41: Optional Accessories

    optIoNAL AcceSSoRIeS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Rolling "o" Decorative Arch Available in: Black, Textured Black, Vintage Iron, Nantucket Decorative Arch Gold Tone, Brushed Pewter and Gold Available in: Black, Textured Black, Vintage Iron, Gold Tone, Brushed Pewter and Gold Firescreen Doors Available in: Black, Textured Black, Vintage Iron,...
  • Page 42 optIoNAL AcceSSoRIeS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Decorative Fronts Door option Description LX32 LX36 Available Black Rolling "O" Decorative Arched Facing LX32RBL LX36RBL Black Nantucket Decorative Arched Facing LX32NBL LX36NBL Rectangular Front Nantucket Black LX32RNBL LX36RNBL Textured Black Rolling "O" Decorative Arched Facing LX32RTB LX36RTB Textured Black Decorative Arched Facing...
  • Page 43: Venting Components

    VeNtING coMpoNeNtS LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace VeNt coMpoNeNtS FoR 4" X 6B\," (Duravent, Selkirk) 4" x 6Z\x" (Metal-Fab) current Duravent Duravent or Vermont or Vermont qty./ castings Group castings Group Selkirk Metal-Fab Item Box Description part no. part no. part no.
  • Page 44 LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 51D0528...
  • Page 45 LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 51D0528...
  • Page 46: Massachusetts Residents Only

    LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Massachusetts Residents only — please read and follow these special requirements Note ReGARDING VeNteD pRoDuctS 2. Approved carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Page 47: Warranty

    You may also have additional rights not covered in the Limited Lifetime Warranty. Vermont Castings Group reserves the right to investigate any and all the claims against the Limited Lifetime Warranty and decide upon method of settlement.
  • Page 48 Fireplace efficiency (%) LX32DVN 65.1 LX32DVP 66.2 LX36DVN 66.8 Recherchez dans la brochure LX36DVP 69.1 les caractéristique de rendement énergétique de foyer au gaz Énerguide Based on CSA P.4.1-09 Selon CSA P.4.1-09 Vermont castings Group 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com...

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